Gotamuli - Baliapal, Balasore
Gotamuli is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Baliapal and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Jagatipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotamuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotamuli is 392083. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756083 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gotamuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotamuli
According to the 2011 Census, Gotamuli village had a total population of 669 people, including 335 males and 334 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.84%, with male literacy at 75.43% and female literacy at 58.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 335 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 206 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 218 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 117 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Gotamuli
Gotamuli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gotamuli
Gotamuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Gotamuli is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gotamuli is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotamuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotamuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gotamuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotamuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gotamuli
Where is Gotamuli located?
Gotamuli village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gotamuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotamuli is Jagatipur.
What is the pincode of Gotamuli?
The pincode of Gotamuli is 756083.
What is the population of Gotamuli?
Gotamuli had a total population of 669, including 335 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Gotamuli?
Gotamuli had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gotamuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotamuli was 66.84%. Male literacy was 75.43% and female literacy was 58.36%.